The role:
This role will support service users who are involved or have been involved in the criminal justice system. As a group facilitator volunteer, you will learn and support group work across three of our Forward Leeds bases.
Irford House (Seacroft): Monday, 14:30-16:00
Armley Park Court (Armley): Wednesday, 14:00-15:30
Kirkgate Hub (City Centre): Friday, 14:00-15:30
Structured groups run in batches of 6-8 weeks so we ask that the volunteer will be consistently involved in all the sessions in that cohort.
Further details of the role will be provided at interview.
Tasks may include:
To help recruit people into the session, give an overview of the group.
Share a group agreement at the start of each session, including respect and confidentiality
Reporting any concerns, including safeguarding that may arise in the group.
Work closely with the group worker to plan and evaluate sessions
Support service users to develop their own skills and interests
Potential to take the lead on facilitating groups
Potential to develop new groups and shape the way these are offered to people accessing the service
Using SystmOne to record and update service users’ information.
Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band.
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy:
Discounts from various schemes
Training and personal development
A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
Free induction and role-specific training
Support from experienced staff and regular supervision
Opportunities to meet new people and develop your confidence
Reimbursement for travel and agreed expenses
Valuable experience that can support your personal or career development
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
How to apply
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Please note that while this role has a stated closing date, we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high number of applications.
Closing date:
2026-01-30